non-BEC
May 01, 2025
11:39 am - 11:39 am
| Location | International Masonry Institute, 2140 W. Corporate Drive, Addison, IL 60101 |
Today’s Masonry Wall: A Synergy Between Systems Presented by Jeremy Douglas, CSI, CCPR Hohmann & Barnard, Inc. The single largest issue in masonry wall design is the compatibility of various products that must work together to achieve the desired results. This can include air barrier systems,thru-wall flashings, and reinforcement / anchoring systems. This seminar will discuss the importance of sourcing all materials from a single supplier as well as designating a single contractor to ensure compatibility of all building processes.
Topics to be covered:
- Air/Vapor barrier basics – Applications – fluid applied vs.sheet applied products – Permeable vs. Non-permeable
- Using anchoring systems successfully with air & vapor barriers
- Advantages/Disadvantages and compatibility of various flashing materials
- Limiting Mold Problems with Moisture Management Systems
- Air ventilation within the cavity
